Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 38 - Plant Responses to Environmental Challenges - 38.2 - Plants Have Mechanical and Chemical defenses against Herbivores - 38.2 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 815: 2

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Jasmonates refer to a group of plant hormones that are responsible for triggering a response to tissue wounding. They affect gene expression, causing a decrease in the rate of growth and redirecting metabolism towards damage repairing mechanisms.

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Jasmonates refer to a group of plant hormones that are responsible for triggering a response to tissue wounding. They affect gene expression, causing a decrease in the rate of growth and redirecting metabolism towards damage repairing mechanisms.
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